WS-FM-2000

Iris Poudre

2000Men

powdery up front, then woody, settling into iris.

Iris Poudre by Frederic Malle is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. Iris Poudre was launched in 2000. The nose behind this fragrance is Pierre Bourdon. Top notes are Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Aldehydes, Palisander Rosewood, Bergamot, Orange, Juniper and Grapefruit; middle notes are Violet, Lily, Jasmine, Rose, Magnolia, Orris, Peach, Leather…

powdery woody iris violet

Nose: Pierre Bourdon

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Aldehydes, Palisander Rosewood, Bergamot, Orange, Juniper, Grapefruit
Heart· 2–4h
Violet, Lily, Jasmine, Rose, Magnolia, Orris, Peach, Leather, Cyclamen
Drydown· 6h+
Iris, Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Vanilla, Amber, ebony tree, Cedar, Tonka

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

79%

69%

53%

45%

39%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring31%Fall30%Winter25%Summer14%Day65%Night35%Wears female42%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Frederic Malle picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Iris Poudre smell like?

powdery up front, then woody, settling into iris. Dominant accords: powdery, woody, iris.

What notes are in Iris Poudre?

Top: Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Aldehydes, Palisander Rosewood, Bergamot, Orange, Juniper, Grapefruit. Heart: Violet, Lily, Jasmine, Rose, Magnolia, Orris, Peach, Leather, Cyclamen. Base: Iris, Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Vanilla, Amber, ebony tree, Cedar, Tonka.

How long does Iris Poudre last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Iris Poudre loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Iris Poudre best for?

Spring is the top pick (31%). Fall is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Iris Poudre?

Day wear leads at 65%. Night is a secondary pick at 35%.

Is Iris Poudre for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 42% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Iris Poudre?

Composed by Pierre Bourdon. Released in 2000.